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Paris Couture Week

Couture week just wrapped up in Paris, and boy it was not a disappointment. I love looking at couture garments on the runway, because they are so excessive and over the top. It is so amazing how much detail and beautiful construction goes into these styles, and how only very few women can actually afford to wear them (maybe one day I will). I have narrowed down some of my favorite looks from Paris couture week, check them out for some great inspiration.

Some people may consider couture more of a circus show than fashion with all the crazy styles and wacky accessories. But that is what I like most about it. I like to take in, and get inspired by the over-the-top design details and then scale them down to a place where I can incorporate them into my new designs and sewing projects.

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This gown walked down the runway at the Valentino show. Overall I spotted many “branch” details in these shows, and I’m kind of liking it! I really like the sheer overlay over the simple tube gown.

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Jean Paul Gaulitier utilized this “quilted” technique in many of his garments. I’m not totally into this concept, but I am for sure in love with those leopard tights and matching shoes!

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Designer Zuhair Murad (Kristen Stewart’s current favorite designer) has many of these skin tight bedazzled gowns and jumpsuits. I really love this one in royal blue, and if you look closely you can see that branch pattern on the sheer sleeves.

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I just love this image of Karl Lagerfeld and a model sporting one of his gorgeous gowns. Another thing I love about fashion shows is the runway scenes. Just look at the wood and rocks, it is a total contrast to the extravagant garments. The gown she is wearing is so classic, and would be easy to replicate the features in it.

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There is something about these jeweled face masks from Maison Martin Margiela that I really like…maybe because they are so weird. Another thing I love about this design is the tapestry scarf/top, super granny chic!

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Alexandre Vauthier designed this garment that I am in love with! Imagine wearing this to the beach? You would for sure stand out in this sheer coverup with asymmetrical gathers. I think this might be my ultimate favorite look from the week, and I can see why Jennifer Lopez gets a lot of her clothes from this designer.

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Here we have another look from Jean Paul Gaultier (and my favorite leopard tights). Now THIS is how I want to dress in winter, just how chic is this?

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I noticed many styles from various shows that were late 19th Century themed. I really enjoyed these garments from the outdoor Frank Sorbier show.

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This was another of my favorite looks from the week. I just love the bustier half dress worn with trousers, and that hot pink color is stunning. This look is from the Christian Dior show. I can really see this style translating into everyday wear.

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This is a beautifully tailored look by Stephane Rolland. The blazer mixed with the sequins gives an androgynous vibe to the look, and I am totally digging it!

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To finish it off here are some runway looks from the Yiqing Yin show. Notice the red branch pattern again? I love the fabrics used here, nice metallic bouclés with Baroque styling.

Here I have pulled together some sewing patterns that somewhat represent the trends spotted in Paris. Everything from sheer overlays to slouchy trousers. The one trend I am definitely going to take away with me is leopard accessories and sewing with glitter and sequin fabrics. You can apply couture sewing techniques to all your existing sewing projects. Try hand sewing on some jewels, or even hand finishing hems.

Zuhair Murad, Chanel, and Valentino are my favorite! I’m definitely not into the leopard/animal prints at all. Jean Gaultier’s pieces just scare me. However great fashion shows, very inspiring and really some very beautiful pieces! Should get started soon!

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I’m not sure of that particular breed, but I believe they are sight hounds – the same family as grey hounds…..they are normally thin – ribs showing, long, lean, rangy – sight hounds should not be fleshed out…..it is not healthy. On the other hand there are several humans in this show who are definitely too thin!

I love a lot of the fashions……..the detail that is referred to as “branches” also makes me think of coral………..

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